Can anything be done for it?
Pinched Nerve
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Ken King said:
If it were only that easy...
Triggerfish
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From http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/pinchednerve/pinchednerve.htm
What is Pinched Nerve?
The term pinched nerve describes one type of damage or injury to a nerve or set of nerves. The injury may result from compression, constriction, or stretching. Symptoms include numbness, "pins and needles" or burning sensations, and pain radiating outward from the injured area. One of the most common examples of a single compressed nerve is the feeling of having a foot or hand "fall asleep." Pinched nerves can sometimes lead to other conditions such as peripheral neuropathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tennis elbow. The extent of such injuries may vary from minor, temporary damage to a more permanent condition. Early diagnosis is important to prevent further damage or complications. Pinched nerve is a common cause of on-the-job injury.
Is there any treatment?
The most frequently recommended treatment for pinched nerve is rest for the affected area. Corticosteroids help alleviate pain. In some cases, surgery is recommended. Physical therapy may be recommended, and splints or collars may be used.
What is the prognosis?
With treatment, most people recover from pinched nerve. However, in some cases, the damage is irreversible.
What is Pinched Nerve?
The term pinched nerve describes one type of damage or injury to a nerve or set of nerves. The injury may result from compression, constriction, or stretching. Symptoms include numbness, "pins and needles" or burning sensations, and pain radiating outward from the injured area. One of the most common examples of a single compressed nerve is the feeling of having a foot or hand "fall asleep." Pinched nerves can sometimes lead to other conditions such as peripheral neuropathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tennis elbow. The extent of such injuries may vary from minor, temporary damage to a more permanent condition. Early diagnosis is important to prevent further damage or complications. Pinched nerve is a common cause of on-the-job injury.
Is there any treatment?
The most frequently recommended treatment for pinched nerve is rest for the affected area. Corticosteroids help alleviate pain. In some cases, surgery is recommended. Physical therapy may be recommended, and splints or collars may be used.
What is the prognosis?
With treatment, most people recover from pinched nerve. However, in some cases, the damage is irreversible.
J
justhangn
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Barbra said:
Quite literally.
J
justhangn
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Barbra said:It isn't just my arse, silly. The pain runs down my left leg to below the knee.
And I agree w/ Vince. Flexeril (or the generic equivalent) works great. If you can get used to the side effects, it's possible to work & function & drive while taking it.
I would suggest fixing the problem, not treating the symptom.
Thanks for the replies all. Much appreciated.
